What is KAP?
Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) pairs a carefully supervised dose of ketamine with therapy. The medicine can soften familiar patterns of thinking and feeling, opening a window of openness and flexibility, and our therapy work helps turn what arises into lasting change. KAP is often used to support people living with depression, anxiety and trauma.
To learn more, read Journey Clinical’s KAP 101 guide.
What to expect
01 · Preparation
We’ll meet at least two to three times before your first medicine session to get to know each other, build trust and explore your intentions. We go at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I partner with Journey Clinical, whose medical team takes care of the medical side of your care, from your initial evaluation to your prescription, so our time together can stay focused on the therapeutic work.
02 · The experience
Our medicine session lasts about three hours. I set up the room so that you are comfortable, often with an eye mask and music, and I’m with you the whole time. Many people describe a dreamlike, softened state: a sense of spaciousness or a loosening of familiar patterns of thought.
03 · Integration
Afterward we meet to make sense of what arose and gently weave it into your daily life. The days after a session can feel especially open, which makes this a meaningful time for our work together.
How I use KAP in my practice
I use KAP to help you establish a sense of safety within yourself, so you can more freely explore your inner world and cultivate whatever it is you may be needing: rest, inner wisdom, self-compassion, wonder, healing. I weave in somatic practices and sound healing to support and ground the process.